01 / POLICY
Foreign policyReview, debate and scrutiny of diplomatic priorities, international relations and government policy.
Bangladesh Islamic Leadership Caucus
Foreign Affairs, Diplomacy & Parliamentary Oversight.
Bangladesh Islamic Leadership Caucus presents six parliamentary foreign-affairs bodies from the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia and the European Parliament, highlighting how they review foreign policy, oversee government institutions and engage with international affairs.
6 parliamentary bodies
5 listed contact countries
7 recurring policy themes
Institutional profilesForeign Affairs & Parliamentary Diplomacy
Shared areas of work
International affairs at a glance
Across these institutions, parliamentary work repeatedly focuses on foreign-policy scrutiny, diplomacy, security, trade, development, human rights and accountability—using hearings, inquiries, legislative review, evidence gathering and interparliamentary engagement.
02 / OVERSIGHT
AccountabilityHearings, inquiries, legislation and departmental oversight across foreign-affairs portfolios.
03 / SECURITY
Security & rightsInternational security, sanctions, arms control, human rights, democracy and related global challenges.
04 / COOPERATION
Trade & developmentInternational trade, economic relations, development policy, foreign assistance and multilateral engagement.
Profiled institutions
Parliamentary bodies
The six profiles show how different parliamentary systems organise foreign-affairs oversight—from committee hearings and legislative review to international trade scrutiny, official missions and interparliamentary diplomacy.
US
U.S. House Committee on Foreign Affairs
United States House of Representatives
A standing committee with primary responsibility for legislation, oversight and policy review concerning U.S. foreign relations. Its jurisdiction spans diplomacy, foreign assistance, international security, sanctions, arms control, treaties, human rights and participation in international organisations.
Key responsibilities
The committee oversees federal departments and agencies implementing U.S. foreign policy, especially the Department of State and USAID. It uses hearings, investigations, briefings and legislative review to assess policy effectiveness and accountability.
US
U.S. Senate Committee on Foreign Relations
United States Senate
One of the Senate’s principal standing committees for the development, review and oversight of U.S. foreign policy. Established in 1816, it has historically considered major treaties and foreign-policy initiatives.
Key responsibilities
Its jurisdiction includes international security, foreign assistance, economic relations, arms control, non-proliferation and human rights, supported by seven specialised subcommittees. For the 119th Congress, Senator James E. Risch is listed as Chair and Senator Jeanne Shaheen as Ranking Member.
UK
UK House of Commons Foreign Affairs Committee
United Kingdom Parliament
A departmental select committee that scrutinises the expenditure, administration and policy of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and the public bodies for which it is responsible.
Key responsibilities
Its remit includes diplomatic, strategic, security, development and international interests. It conducts inquiries, gathers written and oral evidence from ministers, officials, diplomats, academics, NGOs, think tanks and other experts, and provides parliamentary accountability in UK foreign affairs.
CA
Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs and International Trade
Senate of Canada
The Standing Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs and International Trade (AEFA) examines legislation, public policy and matters relating to Canada’s foreign relations and international trade.
Key responsibilities
During the 44th Parliament, 1st Session, its work included studies of Canada’s foreign service, engagement in Africa, briefings on international crises, international assistance, Women, Peace and Security, economic relations and trade policy.
EU
European Parliament Delegation for Relations with the Countries of South Asia (DSAS)
European Parliament
A standing interparliamentary delegation that maintains and strengthens relations between the European Union and Bangladesh, Bhutan, the Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka.
Key responsibilities
Established in 2007, DSAS works through meetings, official missions, interparliamentary exchanges and consultations. For the 2024–2029 term, Şerban Dimitrie Sturdza is listed as Chair, with Tomáš Zdechovský and Michael McNamara as Vice-Chairs.
AU
Australian Senate Standing Committees on Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade
Australian Senate
Legislative and general-purpose standing committees responsible for parliamentary scrutiny across Foreign Affairs and Trade, Defence and Veterans’ Affairs portfolios.
Key responsibilities
The portfolio is served by the Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade Legislation Committee and the References Committee. Their work includes inquiries, submissions, public hearings, policy scrutiny, departmental performance and matters of national and international significance.
Parliamentary role
Oversight, diplomacy and international engagement
Across the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia and the European Parliament, these bodies connect parliamentary scrutiny with foreign affairs through hearings, inquiries, legislative review, evidence gathering, delegations and official missions. Their mandates span diplomacy, security, trade, development, human rights and multilateral relations.
Proffered and Projected by
Professor Dr. Mahmodul Hasan
Adviser-General · Bangladesh Islamic Leadership Caucus
Professor Dr. Mahmodul Hasan serves as Adviser-General of the Bangladesh Islamic Leadership Caucus. For direct correspondence, use the email address below.
✉ profhasan1979@gmail.comContact information
Listed international contact locations
The Caucus provides contact addresses in Bangladesh, the United Kingdom, Australia, Belgium and the United States.
Bangladesh
Flat No. 4B, House No. 287, Road No. 04,Lane No. 04, Baridhara DOHS, Dhaka – 1206
United Kingdom
Barclay Business Centre,London E14 0EG, United Kingdom
Australia
2 London Cct, Canberra ACT 2601,Australia
Belgium
Holidaystraat 6, 1831 Diegem,Belgium
United States
10442 199th Street Saint albans,New York, Zip Code: NY 11412.